Gathers, collates & evaluates information pertaining to the operation of the Department; makes determinations of impact on County & environment; monitors budget control throughout divisions to ensure compliance with budgetary constraints & prudent allocations of funds.

Conducts meetings with engineering consultants & construction contractors; serves as a liaison with other divisions, departments, agencies, organizations and the general public; ensures the department's interests are represented at meetings and conferences; gives presentations related to projects, programs or services offered; provides direction to consultants & contractors on County projects while tracking schedule progress; reviews & evaluates work in progress & at completion to insure compliance with specifications; represents the Department with local government, professional organizations & citizen groups; addresses concerns pertaining to water, sewer & environmental issues within the County.

Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Business, Environmental Science or a closely related field and six years of progressively responsible experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

Manages day to day operations to include: conducting staff meetings; responding to and resolving complaints; managing service activities; coordinating activities with other departments, agencies and organizations; developing communication plans; ensuring a positive public image; ensuring forms and documents are processed; ensuring compliance with laws, rules and regulations; and, handling tasks requiring a manager's action.

Serves as a liaison with other divisions, departments, agencies, contractors, organizations and the general public; ensures the division/office's interests are represented at meetings and conferences; gives presentations related to projects, programs or services offered; prepares permits.

Prepares, administers and monitors the division/office budget.

Reviews, assesses and determines the needs of the County to ensure the accurate, consistent and fair implementation of services for County employees. Provides technical interpretation and guidance to department heads on County policies, procedures, laws, and regulations. Makes recommendations for standardizing services in the County.

Develops, interprets, implements and assists in enforcing County policies and procedures; conducts investigations and researches, reviews and analyzes information, materials, other documentation to determine causes of problems and to present recommendations for improvements; develops procedural manuals; provides technical expertise and guidance to staff and senior management.

Manages services contracted with consultants, contractors and other service providers.